TOY MOUNTAIN
CTV'S TOY MOUNTAIN 2025
Your donation to CTV Barrie’s Toy Mountain, in partnership with Access Storage, can help hundreds of children build a mountain of memories of their own this holiday season.
A new unwrapped toy, gift card or cash donation will make Christmas brighter for families who use the services of Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions.
The Toy Mountain drive has brought in more than $2 million worth of toys and gift cards since it began, and now the need is now greater than ever.
To ensure that as many families benefit as possible, CTV Barrie, Pure Country 106, BOUNCE 104.1 and Simcoe Family Connexions have once again teamed up to help make the holidays a little brighter for more than 3,000 local children, teens and their families.
Gifts are sorted and distributed by volunteers with Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
It’s so easy to make a difference!
Financial donations can be made online from the comfort of your own home or device.
Online financial donations allow volunteers with Simcoe Muskoka Connexions to purchase the most needed gift items for age groups as needed.
All online financial contributions receive a charitable tax receipt.
We also welcome you to donate a new, unwrapped gift to a Toy Mountain bin at participating locations.
We are grateful for all toys that are donated. Please don’t forget the tweens, teens and babies.
Videos
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Final push for CTV 's Toy Mountain campaignOpens in new window
Put your magical minds to work with Ravensburger ToysOpens in new window
Mariposa School of Skating delivers surprise to Toy Mountain campaignOpens in new window
Four days away from wrapping up CTV's Toy Mountain campaignOpens in new window
Annual Teddy Bear Toss helps build Toy MountainOpens in new window
Building up Toy Mountain with the Peggy Hill TeamOpens in new window
CTV's Luke Simard broadcasts live from Peggy Hill Team officesOpens in new window
One final push to build up CTV's Toy MountainOpens in new window
Reinvent the wheel with toys from HasbroOpens in new window
Building CTV's Toy Mountain with South Simcoe PoliceOpens in new window
CTV gathers gifts at Canadian Tire for Toy Mountain campaignOpens in new window
Veterans donate toys and $500 to help children this holiday seasonOpens in new window
Let your imagination soar with LegoOpens in new window
It’s smiles, sunshine, and rainbows with Mattel toysOpens in new window
Shanty Bay Golf adds another hundred toys to Toy MountainOpens in new window
Teaming up for Toy Mountain at Midland Canadian TireOpens in new window
Playmobil donates fun activity sets for kids of all agesOpens in new window
Every Toy Mountain donation stays in the community to help local familiesOpens in new window
South Simcoe Police join forces with Innisfil Community Church for Toy Mountain donationsOpens in new window
Jerome Ben Tolila - Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions
Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions is partnering with CTV News Barrie's Toy Mountain to collect toys, toiletry items, clothes, cleaning supplies, kitchen supplies and other needed items for children, youth, and families in need across Simcoe County and Muskoka. This campaign is an opportunity to support those facing financial hardships in our community and ensure everyone feels the joy of the holidays.
Justin Rydell - News Director, CTV Barrie
CTV News Barrie is committed to supporting families throughout Simcoe County and Muskoka. With our generous sponsors, viewers, listeners and digital audience CTV News Barrie, Pure Country 106 and BOUNCE 104.1 will help brighten the holidays for more than two-thousand children and families. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that every family experiences the joy of the season. Thank you for your support!
JOIN US
We will be broadcasting live at various locations throughout the campaign.
Stop by, say hi and bring a new, unwrapped toy or gift card to donate.
| Live Location | Date | Time | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| Access Storage | Nov. 17 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | 42 Caplan Avenue, Barrie |
| Tilemaster | Nov. 21 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | 79 Anne Street, Barrie |
| Barrie Colts game | Nov. 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Sadlon Arena, 555 Bayview Drive, Barrie |
| Canadian Tire | Dec. 5 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | 9303 Highway 93, Midland |
| Puroclean | Dec. 10 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | 27 Hamilton Road, Barrie |
| Peggy Hill Team Offices | Dec. 15 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | 374 Huronia Road, Barrie |
| Zehrs | Dec. 16 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | 11 Bryne Drive, Barrie |
| Zehrs | Dec. 18 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | 472 Bayfield Street North, Barrie |
PLUS
| Live Location | Date | *In Partnership With | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Tire – Innisfil 1455 Innisfil Beach Road |
Dec. 3 | South Simcoe Police & Innisfil Community Church | Non-perishable food donations encouraged |
| Canadian Tire – Bradford 430 Holland Street West |
Dec. 11 | South Simcoe Police & Bradford Helping Hands Food Bank | Non-perishable food donations encouraged |
MOST NEEDED ITEMS
There is a very high need for baby-related items, such as toys, accessories, diapers and wipes, and personal hygiene items for all ages, including toiletries, moisturizer, deodorant, body wash, undergarments, toilet paper, and soaps.
| Babies & Toddlers | Kids (3–11) | Tweens and Teens | Gift Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blankets Baby bottles Baby carriers Teethers Baby wash Diaper rash cream Gift cards | Play Doh Slime Board games Lego Nerf toys Puzzles Craft kits Books Sports equipment Trading cards | Gift cards Curling irons Digital music players Hair dryers Hair kits Makeup kits Jewelry Electronics Books Hoodies Sporting goods Backpacks School supplies Board games Scarves Gloves | Practical Comfort Toys Creative Tech Lifestyle Personal Care |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What is the deadline for donation drop-offs?
A: Toy Mountain will be collecting toys right up until Friday, Dec.19.
Q: What age groups does Toy Mountain have the most trouble getting toys for?
A: Toy Mountain is typically short on gifts for teens, both boys and girls. Donations of gift cards are especially appreciated.
Q: When should I drop off my donations?
A: The earlier the better! Our volunteers need as much time as possible to sort and distribute the toys.
